Project Controls Cost II

ReNuke Services is seeking a Project Controls Cost II for our clients site in Charlotte NC

DESCRIPTION:
This position is responsible for initiating and completing routine aspects of project control assignments using prescribed methods and tools. This position performs the more complex aspects of project forecasting cost alignment to schedules cost analysis variance analysis budgeting trending and burn rates change control and cost control while reporting up to program or portfolio level.

This position supports Project Managers on varying size projects and is expected to perform responsibilities with minimal oversight. The position is considered a technical SME/support position and requires college level reasoning via formal education or work experience. It requires working knowledge to proficient use understanding and application of project controls principles procedures and associated project controls software tools. This position must be able to identify problems develop solutions and take actions to resolve them. This position must be adapted at picking up and using unfamiliar software and able to work with large and complex data files. Advanced to an expert level of experience in Excel is required for this role.

Responsibilities:
* Generate periodic project controls reports (monthly quarterly and adhoc). Responsible for gathering verifying validating and analyzing data in support of project controls reporting. Responsible for distributing and archiving project controls reports as appropriate.
* Perform Change Control. Track and manage changes to the project scope and cost baseline. Identify assess gain approval for and distribute change requests change notices and/or change orders in a manner compliant with internal governance standards and terms and conditions of relevant contracts (as appropriate).
* Project Controls Benchmarking and SelfAssessment Initiatives. Assist in scheduling and carrying out benchmarking and selfassessment initiatives relevant to project controls and the types of projects typically managed by the project controls group. Identify and communicate improvement opportunities adoption of best practices and counter measures to address gaps in performance.
* Expertise in Project Controls Methodologies. Experience with maintaining cost estimates tracking and trending cash flow reports change control documentation (scope or cost) and/or any reports associated with project controls. Tracks and reports project status performs variance and other data analyses at a level appropriate for the project.
* Create and Maintain Project Estimate. Work with Estimator(s) to create or create project cost estimate to establish effective cost controls management. Assure that project estimate includes all necessary materials resource / labor rates manufactured materials / equipment as well as current industry data relative to project scope. Manage the estimate according to Project Management Center of Excellence Estimating Standard and review cycle.
* Effective Team Participation. The PCS is responsible for maintaining effective relationships with customers supports the resolution of quality issues and completes assignments (proposals project tasks reports etc. as negotiated. Displays proficiency in conflict resolution and reaching winwin outcomes among team members.

DNJP20829 PROJECT CONTROLS COST II CHARLOTTE NC 36 MONTHS

REQUIREMENTS:
* Associates Degree in Engineering OR
* Associates Degree in Project Management OR
* Associates Degree in Finance OR
* Associates Degree in Business AND
* 2 years minimum required related experience
* In Lieu of Degree High School / GED AND 5 years minimum required related experience

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
* Advanced to expert level of experience in Excel is required for this role
* Experience working with a project team to obtain information to build / update a cost forecast
* Working knowledge/proficiency with project management concepts project controls concepts computer applications such as scheduling software and spreadsheets
* Demonstrated knowledge of analyzing integrating trending and forecasting cost information for projects
* Demonstrated knowledge and usage of earned value techniques
* Highly engaged selfstarter identifying problems and offering possible solutions and taking appropriate action for resolution
* Effective oral and written communication skills
* Certified Associate of Project Management
* Project Management Professional Certification

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience using software such as Business Objects MS Office Suite Visio PowerPlan or Maximo
* Previous experience with EcoSys
* Experience in Transmission Project Controls Management or Construction
* Experience working with a Regulated Utility Company Coal Fired Generating Plants or large complex engineering and construction programs or project in fixed price and/or T&M environment a plus
* Program or project Risk Program Control experience
* Proven collaborative team member
* Understanding of the Project Management Center of Excellence project lifecycle
* Database and Reporting experience
* 4year degree Construction Management Business Project Management Engineering or equivalent